2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (151 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 546 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | PT Cruiser | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 79 L |